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If you're looking for stone countertops for your kitchen in the USA, you have several high-quality options to choose from, each with unique benefits in terms of durability, aesthetics, and cost. Here are the most popular types:

1. Granite Countertops

• Pros: Durable, heat-resistant, unique natural patterns, adds value to homes.
• Cons: Requires periodic sealing, can be expensive.
• Price: $40\text{–}$40–200/sq. ft. (varies by rarity and quality).

2. Quartz Countertops (Engineered Stone)

• Pros: Non-porous (no sealing needed), stain-resistant, wide variety of colors/patterns, durable.
• Cons: Not as heat-resistant as granite, higher cost.
• Price: $50\text{–}$50–150/sq. ft.

3. Marble Countertops

• Pros: Luxurious look, classic veining, heat-resistant.
• Cons: Porous (requires sealing), prone to staining/etching, high maintenance.
• Price: $60\text{–}$60–250/sq. ft.

4. Soapstone Countertops

• Pros: Smooth feel, naturally antimicrobial, heat-resistant, develops a patina over time.
• Cons: Soft (can scratch), limited color options (mostly gray tones).
• Price: $70\text{–}$70–120/sq. ft.

5. Quartzite Countertops

• Pros: Harder than granite, natural marble-like appearance, heat- and scratch-resistant.
• Cons: Requires sealing, can be expensive.
• Price: $60\text{–}$60–200/sq. ft.

6. Limestone Countertops

• Pros: Natural, earthy look, good for certain design styles.
• Cons: Porous, prone to scratches and etching, requires sealing.
• Price: $50\text{–}$50–150/sq. ft.

Where to Buy Stone Countertops in the USA?

• Home Improvement Stores:
  • Home Depot & Lowe’s (offer granite, quartz, and marble slabs).
  • IKEA (quartz countertops through third-party suppliers).
• Specialty Stone Suppliers:
• Cambria (premium quartz).
• Caesarstone (high-end quartz).
• MSI Stone & Cosentino (Silestone) (wide selection).
• Local Fabricators: Check for local stone yards/fabricators for better pricing and custom cuts.

Installation Cost

• Typically $30\text{–}$30–100/sq. ft. (includes fabrication, cutting, and installation).